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Guilty Plea By Accused In Christchurch Mosque Attacks

Thursday, 26 March 2020, 4:11 pm | Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand

The victims of the Christchurch mosque attacks are foremost in our minds today, and our prayers are for ease in their suffering and peace in their hearts. We hope that the guilty plea by the accused will relieve some of the stress on those most ... More >>

Condolences to Victims of Whakaari/White Island Eruption

Tuesday, 10 December 2019, 2:00 pm | Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand

The Islamic Women’s Council of New Zealand would like to pass on sincere condolences to the families of those who were killed, as well as to those who have been injured because of the eruption on Whakaari/White Island. More >>

Speech at Leaders' Dialogue on Christchurch Call

Wednesday, 25 September 2019, 9:06 am | Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand

The Islamic Women’s Council of New Zealand joined the Christchurch Call Advisory Network to be part of the discussion on online terrorism and violent extremism. More >>

Congratulations to the new Race Relations Commissioner

Thursday, 11 July 2019, 3:41 pm | Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand

The Islamic Women’s Council of New Zealand welcomes the announcement of Meng Foon as the new Race Relations Commissioner. “Our community, along with many others, has deeply felt the absence of an advocate in that role, particularly in light of ... More >>

Condolences to our brothers and sisters in Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 23 April 2019, 9:32 am | Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand

The Islamic Women’s Council of New Zealands sends its condolences to Sri Lankans in the wake of the horrific bombings that have taken the lives of so many innocent Christian worshippers and those in tourist hotels, as well as police officers killed ... More >>

Message From Dr Maysoon Salama

Thursday, 28 March 2019, 1:42 pm | Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand

The tragedy of last Friday has been an overwhelming one for myself and for the Muslim community here in Christchurch. I am currently dealing with the loss of my son, and serious injuries to my husband. I put my faith in Allah and rely on Him to give me ... More >>

In Response to Comments by Dr Raymond Richards

Monday, 4 September 2017, 2:22 pm | Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand

The Islamic Women’s Council of New Zealand notes with regret the comments of Dr Raymond Richards of the University of Waikato regarding the employment of Muslims, who are required to pray five times a day. More >>

Ramadan and Condemnation of Violence Overseas

Friday, 26 May 2017, 9:38 am | Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand

The Islamic Women’s Council of New Zealand wishes to congratulate the Muslim community on the imminent arrival of Ramadan, a blessed month that is uplifting to all of us. We hope that the month is beneficial to all, and that we are able to focus on worship ... More >>

Islamic Women’s Council's Netball Tournament in Auckland

Saturday, 20 May 2017, 8:13 pm | Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand

The Auckland region of the Islamic Women’s Council of New Zealand is running a netball tournament today, as it has many, many times in the past. The tournament is a private event, by invitation only, at Zayed College. It has previously been ... More >>

Attack on Young Woman in Huntly

Sunday, 12 February 2017, 12:22 pm | Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand

It is very disappointing but not surprising, watching the video of Mehpara Khan being attacked in Huntly, to see this kind of event happening. More >>

Muslim Ban & Terrorist Attack in Canada

Tuesday, 31 January 2017, 9:55 am | Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand

The Islamic Women’s Council sends its sincere condolences to the families of victims of the terror attack in Quebec, Canada. We know this senseless act is the culmination of a series of hate-fuelled incidents targeted at that particular mosque. “The ... More >>

Response to comments by Dr Muhammad Anwar Sahib

Tuesday, 22 November 2016, 10:41 am | Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand

The Administration Council of the Islamic Women’s Council would like to respond to the video containing clips of speeches posted online by Dr Mohammad Anwar Sahib. More >>

Islamic Women’s Council Condemns Killings

Tuesday, 14 June 2016, 9:15 am | Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand

The Islamic Women’s Council of New Zealand passes our condolences to the family and friends of the victims of the Orlandao shooting. We condemn this act of hate and violence. As the Qur’an reminds us, killing one person is the equivalent of ... More >>

Annual Conference of the Islamic Women's Council of NZ

Tuesday, 3 May 2016, 10:38 am | Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand

Stepping up and stepping out was the theme of this year’s Islamic Women’s Council annual conference. The Hamilton conference, which was attended by 200 women from around the country, included a youth programme, along with competitions for written ... More >>

 

 
 
 
 
 

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